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PSE III – ENGINEERING INTERN

CLOSE DATE: Wednesday, April 10th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
$18.66 Per Hour

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 10, 2019

THE POSITION
Glenn County is recruiting individuals to fill one full-time Public Service Employee positions. The PSE III – Engineering Intern position at the Glenn County Public Works Agency The PSE III–Engineering Intern position performs a variety of routine and technical engineering and surveying tasks involved in the planning, design and construction of public works projects, provides technical staff assistance to higher-level engineering staff. This position is at-Will, temporary and scheduled for up to forty (40) hours per week with an anticipated maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:            Some experience performing routine surveying or drafting work is desirable.

Training:        High school diploma or GED equivalent. College coursework in science, engineering, or surveying is desirable.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

For a complete job description, please visit the Glenn County Personnel Department
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex or other non-merit factors (except as limited by law, or bona-fide occupational qualifications). The County has a policy prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I/II

*EXTENDED*

CLOSE DATE: Wednesday, April 10th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
I  – $18.66 - $22.67  Per Hour
II – $20.61 - $25.05  Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 10, 2019

THE POSITION
The Engineering Technician I/II position at the Glenn County Public Works Agency performs a variety of routine and technical engineering and surveying tasks involved in the planning, design and construction of public works projects, and provides technical staff assistance to higher-level engineering staff. Engineering Technician II is the mid/journey-level classification within the technical engineering classification series.  Employees within this classification are distinguished from the Engineering Technician I by the performance of a full range of duties as assigned. Positions in this classification are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Engineering Technician I level, or when filled from the outside, require prior engineering or surveying experience. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week, flex schedule available. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        I - Some experience performing routine surveying or drafting work is desirable. II - One year of responsible technical engineering and/or land surveying experience.

Training:        I - High school diploma or GED equivalent. II - High school diploma or GED equivalent.  Twelve college semester units in drafting, land surveying or related course work can be substituted for six months of the required experience.

License/Certificate:    I/II - Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates              *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

THE POSITION
 

In this newly created position, you will get the opportunity to work under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official, which involves plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations.  The Plan Check Engineer is a Registered Professional Engineer or Architect, who performs the most difficult and complex structural plan reviews, and has the responsibility for planning, coordinating and supervising the plans checking operations of the Building Inspection Division; performs complex review and examination of building construction, improvement, and repair plans and specifications for compliance with all applicable building codes, laws, rules and regulations; provides support for the issuance of building permits and coordination of plans checking with other City reviewing departments/divisions and consultants; performs on-site building inspections in conjunction with plans examining work and maintains plans examining records and performs related and other work as required.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations for residential, commercial and industrial building construction and alterations.
• Investigate reports of structural problems on other assignments and makes recommendations to the Chief Building Official.
• Reviews plans and administers systems and procedures to ensure that plans, structural calculations, energy calculations and specifications comply with all state, federal, and local building laws, rules, ordinances and regulations.
• Provides coordination of plan checking with other City reviewing department/divisions and consultants.
• Assists the Chief Building Official in developing policies and standard operating procedures for the Building Inspection Division.
• Confers with architects, engineers, builders and homeowners to give and obtain information and interpret building codes and regulations; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Attends and participates in development plan review meetings to provide code related comments and guidance for future, current and past projects.
• When required, make difficult on-site construction inspections to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Checks the stability of soils and footing systems in accordance with geological and soils reports.
• Prepares correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors, property owners and others in conjunction with the correction of plans and engineering details, permit requirements, notices and other matters relating to the acceptance and approval of construction plans and permitting process.
• Administers plan review contracts and coordinates the work of outside plan review consultants.
• Manages, assigns and reviews quality of plan checks being completed by contract engineers and architects and Permit Center staff.
• Advises inspectors on structural and other building related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Investigates and completes recommendations for new and substitute construction materials and design practices; informs Building Inspection Division Staff of these recommendations.
• Prepares and leads training sessions and seminars for Building Inspection Division staff and others when required.
• Prepares reports and statistical data relating to plans examining functions and permit issuance activities.
• Develops new and revises existing informational handouts.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of the existing permit tacking software (TRAKiT).
• Manages the development of on-line permitting software using the existing TRAKiT software.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS

Knowledge of:

• State and local codes, laws, rules, ordinances and regulations that pertain to building design.
• Theories and principles of structural design, engineering, soils engineering, mathematics and construction.
• The standards, practices, terms, procedures, techniques, equipments, tools and materials associated with building design and construction.

Abilities or Skill to:

• Effectively interpret laws and regulations.
• Effectively apply City and Public Works Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and practices pertaining to the work and the Building Inspection Division.
• Perform detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications and plans.
• Apply engineering and architectural principles and techniques to solve complex construction problems.
• Analyze structural integrity and load factors using engineering design mechanics.
• Analyze and evaluate complex building plans, data and reports to determine compliance.
• Make accurate engineering calculations.
• Effectively evaluate alternate materials and methods of design and construction.
• Organize work and set priorities in order to meet work deadlines.
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Operate a computer and use word processing, spreadsheet, and permit processing software.
• Use written and oral communication skills to communicate and work tactfully and effectively with both professionals and non-professionals while reflecting the highest standards of customer service.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Analyze and solve complex problems.
• Use math and mathematical reasoning.
• Perform highly detailed work under changing, strict deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks.
• Work well under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
• Interact effectively with staff, management, property owners, builders, engineers, architects developers, and manufactures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in architecture or civil, structural, or architectural engineering, or a closely related design or engineering field.

Experience: 

• Four years of increasingly responsible as a plan checker or plans examiner

or

• Four years experience in the private or public sector providing building design or engineering services.

Other Requirements: 

• Architectural license issued by the State of California or California registration as Civil or Structural Engineer.
• Certification as a Plans Examiner from a nationally recognized certification entity at time of application or within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Certification as a California Certified Access Specialist (CASp) at time of application or within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Valid California Driver’s License.

Working Conditions:  Work is conducted primarily in an office setting and at field construction sites as required.  Some field assignments involve exposure to variable weather.

Physical Demands:  Work emphasizes speech, hearing, vision, and dexterity; and to perform the duties required on construction sites: stoop, climb, crawl, balance, maneuver, walk and stand for long periods of time.

SELECTION  PROCESS

Following the filing deadline date, applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. Not all applications, which may meet the minimum requirements, will proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process.  The best qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process, which consists of an oral panel interview. The tentative interview date is to be determined.  All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

An Eligible List will be established as result of this selection process and will be valid for a period of six (6) months.

After receiving a conditional offer of employment, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a fingerprinted criminal history check. After clearance of the fingerprinted criminal history check, the candidate will be required to submit to a pre-employment medical examination. Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for the position.

We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please contact the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for accommodation requests.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.  All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath. 

All government employees are disaster service workers as defined by California Government Code Section 3100.  In addition to everyday duties, employees have the added responsibility of helping throughout any disaster.