Civil Engineer Specialist

Notice of Change:
This recruitment is now open until filled.

We are accepting applications to fill two(2) full-time Civil Engineer Specialistvacancy in the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department inSanta Maria or Santa Barbara. One vacancy is in the Design section, and one vacancy is in the Construction section.

THE POSITION:Under general direction, performs complex, professional civil engineering work requiring advanced engineering knowledge in a specialized area such drainage, roadway, bridge or traffic design; flood control engineering and performs related duties as required.

We are also accepting applications to establish employment lists for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Civil Service Rule 1414*andExtra-Help Civil Engineer Specialist vacancies in All Locations.


* NOTE:
Positions vacated as a result of a leave of absence (Civil Service Rule 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 maybe able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.
* BENEFITS:The 1414 position is eligible for Full-Time benefits.

NOTE: The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and, at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, housing and student loan offsets, cash incentives, and/or vacation and sick leave pre-accruals in the interest of attracting the best talent to the organization for up to $20,000.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Vacation:12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment.
• Holidays:13 days per year.
• Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement.
• Health Plan:Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium.
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 15.

Click on the Benefits Tab above or  for more information on County benefits.In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Civil Engineer - Specialist is distinguished from the Civil Engineer by the degree of specialized knowledge and originality of thinking required to complete assignments. The Civil Engineer - Specialist is distinguished from the Civil Engineer - Manager by the overall responsibility to lead and deliver a variety of projects while working alone or with a dedicated team within the department.

The IDEAL CANDIDATEwill possess:

• 7+ years working in any of the engineering specialties described below
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Dedication and team loyalty with good judgment
• Solution-oriented strategic problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple situations occurring simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with diverse people and personalities
• Experience managing/supervising at least two (2) direct reports
• Ability to prepare and write clear and concise reports, and keep records organized accordingly

ABOUT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: The Santa Barbara County Public Works Department consists of five divisions:
Transportation, Resource Recovery and Waste Management, Water Resources (Flood Control, Water Agency and Project Clean Water), the County Surveyors Office, and Administration. The County's Public Works Department employees are committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve. To learn more about us, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Transportation Engineering - Design Section:

Design roadways, bridges, traffic control systems, drainage facilities and minor and major structures.

Supervise and review the work of professional, technical and clerical staff assigned to assist in the planning, design and preparation of drawings, plans, specifications, bids and estimates on specific projects.

Represent the department at meetings and conferences and presents technical reports to public, other agencies and private organizations.

Manages projects from design through construction.

Supervise County Staff, manages consultants, and manages budgets.

Prepare and analyze contracts, technical reports, and legal documents.

Coordinate engineering activities with other departments, government agencies, and other outside organizations. Communicate, coordinate, and respond to public requests.

Design, coordinate, plan, and manage Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) as well as emergency response projects. Follow Federal, State, and…