Senior Civil Engineer, City Hall - 701 Civic Center Blvd

Description The Senior Civil Engineer performs advanced civil engineering work supporting public infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include designing, reviewing, inspecting, and maintaining streets, utilities, and public facilities; evaluating private development plans; approving permits; and assisting the Director of Public Works. Serves as a management-level engineer overseeing complex citywide engineering, design, and project delivery functions. Applies advanced civil engineering expertise and regulatory knowledge to guide projects, develop solutions, and ensure efficient operations. Requires a California Professional Civil Engineer license and extensive municipal engineering experience. Typical Qualifications Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. Experience: Six (6) years of responsible civil engineering experience; supervisory experience is desirable. License or Certificates: Professional Civil Engineering Certification in the State of California is required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license is required. Knowledge of extensive knowledge of civil and traffic engineering principles, design standards, and public works practices, including project management, budgeting, contract administration, and regulatory compliance. Familiar with modern engineering tools, CAD, GIS, and current industry trends. Ability to analyze complex engineering problems, manage capital improvement projects, and review plans, specifications, and reports for accuracy and compliance. Coordinate with stakeholders, administer grants, conduct traffic studies, and ensure projects meet timelines and budgets. Communicate effectively and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, officials, and the public. Physical Demands and Working Environment: The conditions outlined in the class specification are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Application/Selection Procedure: Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City’s official application form but should accompany the application.All applications and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. A limited number of the most highly qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process,which may include one or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Compliance with Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA): With prior notice to the Personnel Department regarding testing or job performance modifications, the City will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Disabled individuals requiring accommodation during the application/hiring process should notify the personnel office. Immigration Reform&Control Act: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of United States Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.