Senior Engineering Technician (Finance)
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Transportation Department has an opportunity for a Senior Engineering Technician in Riverside supporting the Project Development team. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
The Senior Engineering Technician (SET) will perform complex sub-professional civil engineering or land surveying work of a technically specialized nature in connection with planning, grading and drainage design, computer graphics, traffic, materials testing, environmental monitoring, hydrology, surveying, permits, or construction inspection activities; perform other duties as required. Additionally, the SET will r esearch, coordinate takeoffs and estimating, and the drafting required to advertise Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages.
Experience using Caltrans Standard Plans and Specifications, APWA "Greenbook" Standards, American With Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards, AASHTO Guidelines is highly desired. Competitive candidates will also possess experience using Bentley MicroStation V8i and Bluebeam. Experience in the design, review, and/or construction of Public Works projects preferred.
Advancement to the Principal Engineering Technician level is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.
Meet the Team!
The Transportation Department is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Draft plans, profiles, cross-sections, projections, and details and alignments for road construction, flood control and waste management projects; illustrate complex data in precise drawings using manual or computer aided design and drafting techniques.
• Design channels, roadways and appurtenant structures within established limits, standards and procedures.
• Participate in the planning, design and construction of solid waste landfill expansion, closure and operations projects.
• Review or prepare maps, plans, construction schedules, cost and quantity estimates, records of survey, and other documents; check engineering computations and specifications for accuracy, legality, and conformity to standards.
• Make land use and traffic projection studies and supervise others in the collection and analysis of data.
• Participate in and supervise others in the preparation of computer aided graphics and maps, including GIS and MicroStation/AutoCad software; participate in the development of plans and specifications for public works projects.
• Check and process encroachment permit applications and issue permits.
• Perform field inspections to ensure compliance with permit conditions, project documents, County standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the construction, installation, maintenance, and operation of climatic and hydraulic measuring devices and instrument shelters.
• Direct the measurement and sampling of wells and streams for water quality.
• Direct the operation and maintenance of flood warning radio telemetry stations.
• Analyze rainfall records for intensity, duration and time-period isohyetals and construct groundwater contour maps.
• Maintain rain recording gauges; prepare and review various reports and correspondence pertaining to hydrologic and climatologic matters.
• Maintain accurate records on all data collected.
• Provide public and private agencies with basic climatological and hydrological data.
• Inspect construction of storm drains, pipelines, levees, channels, bridges, and other steel and concrete structures; inspect paving of various types; inspect concrete and bituminous materials at batching plants; inspect the installation of geosynthetic liner systems at solid waste landfill sites; create and file daily construction reports and associated documentation.
• Inspect the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices, trench excavations and shoring/bracing projects, and other construction site practices and appurtenances for compliance with safety laws and safe practices.
• Inspect installation of concrete forms and placing and finishing of concrete; check structures adjacent to excavations for settlement or lateral movement of earth.
• Collect materials samples for testing and keep material and inspection records.
• May serve as assistant resident inspector on large construction projects or may act as resident inspector for small projects.
• Use and supervise the use and operation of various testing devices.
• Specify concrete mixes and aggregate gradings, and confer with contractors and builders to ensure compliance with requirements and specifications.
• Prepare soil survey reports for project planning and design purposes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION IExperience: Four years of sub-professional civil engineering experience, at least one year of which must have been at a level equivalent to a County of Riverside Engineering Technician II. (College courses from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related subjects to the assignment such as land surveying, soils erosion, soils testing, blueprint reading, mathematics, computer graphics, or hydrology may substitute for up to two years of the non-specialized experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of the required full-time experience.)
OPTION IIEducation: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in surveying engineering or civil engineering.
Experience: One year of sub-professional engineering experience equivalent to a County of Riverside Engineering Technician II.
OPTION IIICertification: Valid Certificate of Registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Land Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Experience: Two years of sub-professional engineering experience.
ALL OPTIONS:Knowledge of: Engineering principles, practices, mathematics, and construction materials and methods; manual and automated drafting techniques; use of hydrologic devices; boundary control and legal principles of land surveying; construction, photogrammetric and land surveying procedures, practices and equipment.
Ability to: Make difficult mathematical computations; read, interpret, prepare, or check detailed records of surveys, maps and engineering plans; test and inspect construction work and test construction materials; perform survey field work; coordinate computer aided mapping activities; complete difficult technical assignments without immediate supervision; analyze complex data and prepare effective reports and recommendations; supervise the work of subordinates; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all candidates.
For specific questions regarding this position, contact Amanda Campos at acampos@rivco.org .
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
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If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
