Job Details

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in civil engineering, with a focus on reviewing complex site development engineering and geology projects. They should demonstrate a solid understanding of stormwater management principles, road and transportation engineering, sanitary sewer design, site grading design, geotechnical engineering, and engineering geology principles, with the ability to review and approve technical reports and plans for residential, commercial, and subdivision developments. This candidate will have proven leadership abilities, as they will supervise a team of engineers and support staff, providing technical guidance and direction. Excellent communication skills are critical, as they will work closely with other departments, agencies, developers and the public, ensuring projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Experience managing budgets, preparing reports, and solving complex engineering challenges will further enhance their ability to thrive in this role. Additionally, the ideal candidate will hold a valid California Civil Engineer Professional Engineering certificate of registration. A solid history of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering; experience participating in the permit review process as a private consultant and public agency reviewer is highly desirable.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general direction, plan, direct, coordinate, schedule, review and evaluate the work of a section of the Public Works Department or Planning Department; review and analyze technical and engineering issues; and perform other duties as required. Positions in this classification work directly for an Assistant Director and are typically responsible for managing a section in the Public Works or Planning Departments. This classification is the first full supervisory and management level classification in the professional and technical engineering series. Incumbents supervise a staff of engineers, paraprofessional engineers, engineering aides, maintenance staff and other support staff. In addition to supervising the work of staff, incumbents perform the most difficult and complex engineering work or serve as the technical expert in reviewing and analyzing engineering issues. The option for remote work may be available based on the type of work and operational needs, following the successful completion of the probationary period.

The current vacancy is in the Public Works Traffic Engineering section of the Department of Community Development and Infrastructure. This group is responsible for reviewing and analyzing the traffic components of development proposals and designing transportation plans and projects. Projects/activities also include traffic signal design, complete street design, prepare traffic control plans, and prepare transportation planning documents. This position supervises 5 technical and professional engineering staff who are responsible for performing analysis on traffic studies, signal timing, traffic safety reviews, traffic engineering designs, speed surveys and signal and stop sign warrants. The work also includes preparing traffic control plans, striping and signage plans and reviewing CHP collision data.

During the life of the eligible list, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies in the following sections: Permit Engineering Group, Road Operations and Encroachments, Water/Wastewater (Sanitation), Recycling and Solid Waste, Construction Management, and Flood Control.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college with a major in civil, traffic, environmental, or sanitary engineering; or biological, chemical, physical or soil science; or a related field; AND five (5) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience that demonstrates possession and application of the knowledge and abilities listed below. A master`s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required engineering experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

License: Possession of a valid California class C driver license. Certificate: For some assignments: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to variable temperatures and weather conditions; high levels of noise; dust; strong, unpleasant odors; heights, such as on bridges; working alone in isolated areas; the possibility of contact with potentially hostile people; cramped workspaces; and bodily injuries. Some positions may be required to occasionally lift manhole covers, soil samples and environmental process equipment. Potential exists for exposure to toxic materials such as landfill gas, sewer gas and discarded household or commercial chemicals. Other Special Requirements: Availability to work irregular hours, including responding to emergency calls.

HOW TO APPLY

 Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Human Resources Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Human Resources Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.