Assistant Engineer​/Architect Level I​/II

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 07/09/2026, 07/23/2026 (Final) Level 1 - $7,057.44 - $7,781.25/month Level 2 - $8,491.17 - $10,836.72/month The Assistant Engineer/Architect Level I/II performs a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures;

streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements.

Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) Knowledge of General knowledge of City, County, State and Federal building codes and building regulations and the principles upon which the codes and regulations are based Engineering mechanics Drafting procedures and practices Building planning, design, and construction The strengths, properties, and use of the materials of building construction Master planning, programming, and design Economics Contracts and the legal relationships between owner, architects, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors Ability to Prepare plans and specifications Review plans and specifications and to recognize and require needed changes prior to approval Make estimates of materials, labor, and other elements entering into the cost of building construction, remodeling, and maintenance Maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public Read, write, and speak English in order to perform satisfactorily on the job Prepare reports and correspondence Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I) Knowledge and Abilities Same as for the Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) except that the work is originally done under close supervision;

as experience is gained, greater independence of action is exercised and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at a higher level.

Minimum Qualifications Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) Either:
1. Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or architecture. AND One year of civil engineering or architectural experience (experience equivalent to an Assistant Civil Engineer (Level I), Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I), Architectural Assistant or higher, in Sacramento County meets this requirement); a Master's Degree in civil engineering or architecture, may be substituted for the required experience.

Or: 2. Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-In-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. AND One year of full-time civil engineering or architectural experience (experience equivalent to an Assistant Civil Engineer (Level I), Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I), Architectural Assistant or higher, in Sacramento County meets this requirement); a Master's Degree in civil engineering or architecture, may be substituted for the required experience.

Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I) Either:
1. Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or architecture. Or: 2. Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-In-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Note:

1. The level at which initial appointment to the class of Assistant Engineer/Architect are made; and 2. Advancement from the lower level of the class to the higher level of the class (Level I to Level II), are at the discretion of the appointing authority, providing the minimum qualifications are met.

Note:

If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note:

If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please  (Download PDF reader) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

Special Requirements Certificates/licenses:
Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable…