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The City of San Mateo invites your application for the Associate Engineer opportunity!

Why Join our City?

The Public Works Department is comprised of the Capital Improvement Program, Field Maintenance, Regulatory Compliance, Transportation, Clean Water Program, Data Management, Facilities/Fleet, and Wastewater Treatment Divisions. Each division is led by one of two Deputy Directors, who report to the Director of Public Works.  The department is responsible for the City’s major capital projects and infrastructure including streets, street lights, traffic signals, publicly owned facilities, sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, a major lagoon, dams, and levees; as well as solid waste and environmental programs. 

The Public Works Department is committed to high performance standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches.  Our mission is to enhance the community and its environment by providing sustainable stewardship and innovative approaches to Public Works services.

The Associate Engineer position we currently have is in the Capital Improvement Program Division. While the Associate Engineer may perform other duties as assigned, example assignments include leading the Train Quiet Zone project and managing future stormwater projects for the Green Infrastructure Program. 
 
Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

The Associate Engineer will perform professional engineering work in the design, investigation, and construction of public works and related projects; to act as project manager in assigned capital projects; and to do related work as required.

This is the journey level class within the professional engineering series and highly encourages professional engineering license registration. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. Incumbents are expected to complete complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Engineer, or when filled from the outside, require prior advanced technical or professional engineering work experience. This position receives direction from higher level engineering staff. It may exercise technical supervision over lower-level staff within the work unit and exercises technical or functional supervision over technical engineering staff.

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Design and prepare plans and specifications and cost estimates for public works projects including pumping stations, streets, storm drains, sewer lines, and related projects. 
• Research project design requirements: perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs. 
• Design and prepare plans and specifications for the installation of traffic signals, traffic control devices, and street lighting systems. 
• Review field projects being studied, designed, or constructed. 
• Assign routine investigation, design and drafting tasks to technical subordinates, request 
• survey, mapping and data collection; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. 
• Research publications and industry information sources to remain current with modern developments, principles, and procedures. 
• Develop revised design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances. 
• Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. 
• Design and maintain spreadsheets and databases on mainframe and personal computers; write and maintain special programs on personal computers. 
• Fully utilize the computerized work systems in accordance with workflow processes. 
• Participate in the planning, checking, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting city streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City-imposed requirements; analyze materials and design data submitted to the City. 
• Prepare special engineering studies and reports. 
• Prepare various applications for state and federal grants. 
• Administer and enforce City Codes and standards on engineering projects. 
• Determine conformance of parcel and subdivision maps and improvement plans to City requirements; maintain status of parcel and subdivision maps. 
• Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works or traffic engineering matters. 
• Coordinate public works activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies. 
• May supervise and train professional and technical staff. 
• Provide staff assistance to the Department Head or Division Manager, including special projects, complex project management, reports, prepare staff reports, and represent the City at City Council meetings. 
• Maintain current knowledge of new trends and innovations in the professional fields, participate in professional groups. 
• Research, negotiate, manage select and monitor contracts with vendors. 
• Advise the public or other city staff in processing transactions in the area his/her professional expertise or maneuvering city policies or responds to inquiries and requests by public, departments, press, or other department staff. 
• Develop and/or deliver high level materials, trainings, or presentations widely disseminated to the City or the public. 
• Manage large scale projects that span long time horizons and require high level expertise. Process city transactions. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/

City of Sunnyvale

Engineering Manager

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

The final filing date is Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm.

We build community trust by delivering exceptional services. Our Core Values of Public Services are Integrity, Leadership, and Respect.
 

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Engineering Manager to join the Environmental Services Department. This position provides leadership and oversight of engineering functions as well as the operation of the City’s wastewater and storm sewer systems. Experience in the operations and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer systems is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for public service, operational excellence, and building strong, collaborative teams. This role manages a crew of 14 field staff and requires exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. The candidate must demonstrate a strong ability to communicate effectively and proactively, both orally and in writing, and possess the capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. This is an on-site leadership position based in the office, with no remote work option.
 

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• City paid 2% contribution to a deferred compensation plan.
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute.
• Comprehensive City paid family medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Excellent Retiree Medical Benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil, chemical, mechanical, or environmental engineering, or related field; AND

Six (6) years of professional experience in civil, structural, mechanical, or chemical engineering, or wastewater collections and maintenance, including two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Licenses/Certificates

Possession of valid registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering issued by the State of California in good standing.

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The position opens on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and the final filing date is Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 5:00 pm.  Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. 

Salary:  $153,784.00 - $192,230.00 Annually

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click JOBS

To apply, click the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5234942/engineering-manager

Final filing date: Before 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2026

(Supplemental Questionnaire Required)

The Internship Program will run approximately May/June 2026 through August/September 2026. This position will be in-person (16-39 hours per week).

Candidates are REQUIRED to include with the job application:

• A copy of educational transcripts (official or unofficial)
• A cover letter explaining your previous related education and/or experience and your interest in being an intern for the City of San Carlos Public Works Department and how this experience will benefit you in your long-term career goals. 

Transcripts and cover letter can be attached to the application in CalOpps. If there are issues with uploading the documents, please e-mail them to hr@cityofsancarlos.org before the application filing deadline. If required documents are not received by the deadline, the application may be considered incomplete.

Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in an interview process at a date to be determined.

Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via email or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. It is suggested that you add sancarlos@calopps.org and hr@cityofsancarlos.org to your e-mail contacts or safe senders list to help ensure that you receive our e-mails. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

Selection Procedure

Based on the application screening, those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to an oral interview, which may include a written exam and/or practical exam.

Appointment to these positions is contingent upon reference checks and a pre-employment fingerprinting criminal history records check.

Hourly Salary: $22.28 – $27.08

About the Position

The City of San Carlos is looking for one part-time (approx. 16-39-hours per week) non-benefited, in-person summer intern in the Public Works Engineering Department. The internship is open to candidates with interests in the following fields:  

• TRAFFIC AND PARKING - Civil engineering majors with an interest in traffic engineering including congestion mitigation, alternative transportation, traffic calming, traffic control devices and design, traffic safety, and other related tasks involving the study of traffic impacts on the City in multimodal transportation
• TRANSPORTATION CIP (Capital Improvement Project) - Civil engineering majors with an interest in capital improvement infrastructure project design and construction delivery process pertaining to complete streets and other related tasks to improve pedestrian and bicyclist mobility within the City of San Carlos

This intern will receive various assignments from the Public Works Department. Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Assisting engineering project managers with general clerical, administrative, and technical tasks for public works projects
• Document imaging and electronic document filing
• Checking mathematical calculations & Creating spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel
• Preparing presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint, creating schedules
• Entering data and creating reports in various software applications
• Performing field data collection or investigation as well as Internet research
• AutoCAD drafting and creating map displays using Google Earth
• Compiling and organizing data or documents
• Assist in other areas such as Department communication and public outreach

The position will serve as a temporary staff member and will receive overall work direction from the Associate Engineer in the Public Works Traffic Division with general oversight by the Senior Traffic Engineer.

The primary goal of the City’s Internship Program is to provide a current undergraduate/graduate college student or recent college graduate an opportunity to apply their academic training to and learn more about the various functions of municipal government. This paid internship provides hands-on experience in the daily operations of municipal government on all levels, thus enhancing the intern’s skills and resume for a future career in government.

The Department: 

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) currently provides over 40 percent of Santa Clara’s electricity from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city-owned garages and vacant, unusable land. It is the mission of SVP to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

The Position: 

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) is seeking dynamic, engaging and qualified engineers for several vacant Electric Utility Engineer positions in various divisions. 

For SVP Operations Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with communication and electrical power engineering. This individual will assist with the programming of industrial multiplexer networks. The individual should have a strong interest in industrial high-speed data networking.

For SVP Engineering and CIP projects Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with electrical power engineering, substation design and Transmission and distribution systems. The individual may manage or will assist in managing Capital improvement Projects (CIP) to support growth of the electric utility. The candidates should have strong background and interest in electric systems. 

For System Planning and Asset Management Division, this position will be assigned to perform and maintain distribution system model, participate in integrated SVP system planning and other SVP groups to deliver distribution system results and reports, identify and implement projects that are necessary to support load growth and improve reliability of the distribution system. This position will work closely with customer/developers on their projects, will coordinate with various City departments and support SVP’s field and operation staff as necessary. 

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. This position is open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position.   If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES.

The annual salary range for this position is $185,797.44 - $236,936.04.  This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with: 
  a) Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and two (2) years experience doing electric utility engineering work,

or

b) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and three (3) years experience doing electric utility engineering work and experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Mathlab)
 

Acceptable Substitution: 

• A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience

• An Engineer-in-Training Certification with ten (10) years of experience in electric utility engineering work can be substituted for the degree in engineering and the required experience indicated above

License/Certifications: 

Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Desirable Qualifications: 

• Registration as an Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineer in the State of California
• Experience using ESRI based Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Experience using system modeling and load flow software; Aspen one-liner software, GE PSLF, and DEW ISM

Special Conditions: 

May work unusual hours in emergency situations, or while acting as supervisor, or at other than the regular job site.

Other Requirements:  

Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. 

PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

The City of Lincoln is hiring up to 6 part-time Assistant Pool Managers within the Recreation Department.  This position may require you to work various days, weekends or evenings.

Seasonal employees are limited to working no more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.

Under direction, assists in the overall operations of a swimming pool facility, and its assigned temporary employees; assists in the planning, organizing, coordination, development, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of aquatic activities and programs for all ages.

The Assistant Pool Manager is the working lead class responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the pool and aquatics program. This class is distinguished from the next higher classification of Pool Manager in that the latter has overall responsibility for the pool operations, programs, and staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Pool Manager. Exercises indirect supervision over temporary and seasonal aquatics personnel; may exercise direct supervision in the Pool Manager’s absence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in monitoring and supervision of the day-to-day operations of the aquatics program, which includes direction to lifeguards/instructors; enforce and explain pool regulations and policies; administer first aid and perform emergency rescues.
• Maintain proper health specifications, in restroom and locker areas and take all safety precautions.
• Manage the daily opening and closing of the facility.
• Assist in the oversight of proper sanitation and maintenance of pool water; ensure cleanliness of restrooms, dressing rooms, and public areas; report maintenance conditions affecting facility operation and security.
• Assist in the oversight of the safe and proper operations of assigned pool; ensure pool rules and safety guidelines are followed; maintain order with disruptive patrons and exercise crowd control where warranted; and refer escalated issues to assigned supervisor or proper authorities.
• Exercise lead/indirect supervision over all assigned staff including temporary and seasonal staff, independent contract instructors, and volunteers. Exercise direct supervision in the Pool Manager’s absence.
• Participate in the recruitment and hiring of temporary, part-time, or seasonal aquatics staff as required.
• Promote and enforce water safety procedures; effect swimming rescues; render first aid and CPR as required; ensure the safety of pool users and enforce all user rules and policies of the department.
• Complete, review, and file accident and incident reports; assist with follow-up related to reports; purchase, check, and maintain first aid equipment; perform daily safety checks and inspections of the facility and all equipment.
• Assist with employee schedules; complete reports on chemical tests; assist with the training of lifeguards and other aquatics staff; verify and check aquatics staff timecards; submit timecards to Pool Manager for approval; coordinate and facilitate staff meetings; assist with special events.
• Work with maintenance staff to ensure that pool facility maintenance procedures are followed.
• Keep the pool, pool deck, and auxiliary buildings/areas clean and free of litter and debris.
• Act as the Pool Manager in her/his absence.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and equipment weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. The incumbent may use cleaning chemicals, or pool chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold and is required to swim.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS
The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of: Modern principles and practices of aquatics programs; facilities, operations, and techniques used in aquatics programs; routine swimming pool maintenance, chlorinators, heaters, and other equipment used in a pool facility; current techniques in swim lesson instruction; basic pool chemistry, including chemicals used to disinfect water and maintain proper PH in a public pool; practices and principles of first aid and CPR lifesaving safety measures at a public pool; health and safety codes applicable to the operation of a public pool; principles and practices of customer service; modern office equipment, methods, and procedures; computer hardware and software; proper English, spelling, and grammar.

Ability to: Supervise and instruct individuals and groups in various aquatic and related recreational activities; plan and lead the work of volunteers, seasonal/part-time staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; interpret community demand for aquatic programs; successfully resolve a variety of customer service related matters; respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR; work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Are you a skilled and motivated civil engineer with expertise in capital project delivery, traffic engineering, and stormwater compliance?

If you are seeking a full-time, hands-on position in a collaborative and community-focused environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

The City of Orinda is seeking creative, curious, and technically strong engineers who are excited to take on meaningful challenges and serve an engaged community.

The Public Works and Engineering Department is a small, dedicated team committed to planning, building, and maintaining infrastructure that supports safety, mobility, environmental stewardship, and quality of life for Orinda residents.

Under supervision of the Senior Engineer, this position plans, manages, and coordinates engineering programs and capital improvement projects, with a strong focus on:

• Capital Project Management and implementation
• Traffic Engineering and traffic safety programs
• Stormwater management, including NPDES and C.3 compliance
• Development review and engineering standards

The vacancy may be filled at one of the following classifications based on experience and qualifications:
Assistant Engineer or Associate Engineer.

Salary Ranges (DOE):

• Assistant Engineer: $9,940.75 - 12,129.60 monthly

• Associate Engineer: $10,634.54 - 12,976.16 monthly

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

• Assistant Engineer: Two years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience

• Associate Engineer: Three years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering.

License / Certification

• Assistant Engineer: Valid California driver’s license. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification desirable.  Valid California driver's license.

• Associate Engineer: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Valid California driver’s license.

Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and conduct field inspections at project sites

• Ability to attend evening meetings as required.

Key Responsibilities (Examples of Duties)

• Manage and deliver capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, including scope development, budgeting, consultant selection, and contract administration.

• Administer traffic engineering and traffic safety programs, serving as technical staff to the City’s Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC), preparing agendas, responding to traffic calming requests, and working with neighborhood groups.

• Administer and support the City’s Stormwater Program, including compliance with NPDES permits and C.3 (post-construction stormwater requirements).

• Oversee drainage improvement projects and respond to drainage and flooding concerns from residents.

• Conduct development review for public works and engineering aspects of private development projects, coordinating with Planning and other City departments and managing engineering consultants.

• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, environmental documents, and technical reports for public infrastructure projects.

• Manage the subdivision approval process, including preparation of improvement agreements and review of parcel and final maps.

• Prepare staff reports and present technical information to the City Council, commissions, and the public; conduct public meetings and hearings on assigned projects.

• Establish and apply engineering standards and technical criteria for roads, traffic systems, storm drains, lighting, and related infrastructure.

The City of Livermore is seeking an Assistant City Engineer to join the City's Engineering division. For more information, please refer to the job flyer. 


 

DEFINITION

Under general direction of the City Engineer, plans, organizes, and coordinates activities/projects which may involve more than one Engineering Division Section, including transportation/traffic, construction administration and inspection, capital improvement project design, and current development engineering; formulates policy; develops goals and objectives; supervises staff; administers the division's operating budget and the capital improvement budget; performs professional civil engineering work; and performs other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant City Engineer has a broad range of independence within policy and procedural parameters and works under minimal supervision. The Assistant City Engineer is distinguished Senior Civil Engineer in that the Assistant City Engineer may manage more than one section and assists the City Engineer in the formulation and implementation of the Division's operating budget and the City's capital improvement budget. It is distinguished from the City Engineer in that the City Engineer has overall management responsibility for all aspects of the Engineering Division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General direction is received from the City Engineer.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The Assistant City Engineer provides direct supervision and supervision through secondary supervisors to professional, technical, clerical and temporary employees assigned to the division. May directly supervise any or all Engineering Division Sections, including senior civil engineers.

Examples of Important and Essential Functions:

Management Functions

Develops and implements goals, objectives, performance standards, policies and procedures; reviews policies and procedures and recommends modifications, as warranted; plans, organizes, directs and evaluates the functions and activities of the Engineering Division; supervises, trains and evaluates personnel; and acts as division head in the absence of the City Engineer.

Technical Functions 

Manages and administers Engineering Division activities, programs and projects including consultant contract administration and engineering design, development, survey, construction and inspection for property management, local and regional transportation planning, City streets and freeway interchanges, traffic controls, drainage structures, sewage collection and treatment, water distribution, and parking and other municipal facilities, such as an airport, golf courses, parks and City buildings and other civil engineering projects; administers development fee programs; reviews engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents; prepares conditions of approval for subdivisions and site developments; interprets City Standards in complex and unclear cases; establishes guidelines and methods for capital improvement projects related to project design, timetables and other factors; establishes and administers Standard Details and Specifications, development plans, plan check manuals, and master plans for sewer, water and storm drain systems, and other documents as required by Municipal Code; reviews transportation plans and transportation systems; and establishes and reviews construction inspection criteria.

Administrative Functions

Establishes procedures and monitors contract administration; reviews and investigates alleged violations; assists the City Engineer in developing, administering, and monitoring the Division's operating and the City's capital improvement budgets, identifying funding needs and opportunities, the lighting and landscape district and sidewalk repair programs and other programs; monitors projects for schedule and budget; advises City staff and others on issues relating to adopted City Standard Details and Specifications; makes presentations to City Council, commissions and other groups; prepares written reports and requests for City Council and staff regarding ordinance changes, establishment of City policy and items for City Council approval; acts as liaison to various inter-governmental boards and commissions, as directed; interacts effectively with City officials and staff, developers, engineers, architects, property owners, citizens, and other governmental agencies including local, state and federal.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications:

Demonstrated Knowledge of: 

Principles and practices of organization, administration, budget and personnel management; laws and regulatory codes related to governing land development, assessment districts, development and user fee studies, and public works contracting; development and construction of public works projects; principles and practices of modern civil, structural, hydraulic, sanitary, pavement management, erosion control, channel maintenance, and highways and interchanges related to municipal public works design and construction; transportation planning processes, issues, and modeling techniques; methods, techniques and materials employed in the construction of public works projects; processing rights-of-way acquisitions; estimating and drawing plans for improvements; grant funding and project programming for capital projects and land developments; principles and practices of supervision; effective public speaking techniques; and personal computers and software applications, including spread sheet, word processing, and graphics functions.

Demonstrated Skills to:

Plan, organize, coordinate and administer activities of the Engineering Division; develop and implement programs, policies and procedures; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; administer and monitor section budgets and expenditures, including a capital and improvement budget; formulate and administer lighting and landscape districts; identify, pursue and administer grant programs; develop and implement user and development impact fees; interpret and effectively apply various laws, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures; select, supervise, train and evaluate professional, technical and clerical staff; establish and maintain effective working relations with property owners, contractors, public officials and the general public; keep accurate engineering records; make effective presentations on engineering matters in lay language; perform professional engineering work; prepare contract documents and comprehensive reports; supervise and coordinate construction contracts; operate a personal computer; exercise sound, fair and consistent independent judgement; solve complex problems and mediate to resolve disputes; and exemplify and foster an enthusiastic, resourceful and effective service attitude/approach with internal and external customers.

Ability to:

Effectively learn, interpret and appropriately apply City, department and division policies, procedures, rules and regulations, terminology, City Standards and Details, permit provisions and the City's Geographical Information System (GIS), city maps and records system; work additional hours as necessary to meet deadlines and attend night meetings; develop and maintain effective public relations with those contacted in the course of the work; foster collaborative relationships with other Departments, local, regional, and state agencies, and City customers ; keep current on changes/trends/technology in the engineering field; participate, foster and encourage all members of the division to work as members of a team; and provide technical assistance and staff leadership to various boards and commissions.

Experience, Education and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Experience: Five years experience performing progressively responsible professional civil engineering work with registration which included one year of experience in supervising a major section(s) of engineering staff engaged in a variety of public works and private development projects including design, construction inspection, transportation, land development and review.

Education: The equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering from an accredited college/university. Master's degree in an applicable field is desirable.

Training: Any recent training such as, academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

Certification: Registration in the State of California as a Professional Civil Engineer. Registration in the State of California as a Land Surveyor is desirable, if civil engineering license does not cover land surveying.

License: May require the possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, as determined by the City.

Other Requirements: Must have the willingness and ability to work the hours necessary to accomplish the job requirements; be on-call for emergencies; travel to and attend meetings, seminars, and conferences during work and non-work hours; complete continuing education requirements, as necessary; work outdoors in all weather conditions and at night, as needed.

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work regularly in a standard office environment and periodically in a field environment involving body movement, dexterity and agility of balance and coordination while moving through restricted spaces, such as trenches and climbing ladders and stairs; read fine print and distinguish colors and shades of color to interpret and use maps/blue prints for prolonged periods of time; converse with others in person and by telephone; and operate a personal computer.

Additional Information:

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

Deadline to apply: March 22, 2026 11:59PM

Admin Coordinator I Pay Range: $37.67 to $48.08 /hour
This is a one-year Limited Term position. 

plus Excellent Benefits

TYPICAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

• Provide customer service by telephone, email and/or counter service; attend to District customers or refer them to other District staff as appropriate; provide information that may require judgment and discretion as well as interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Review plans to calculate permit fees, receive payments, issue permits and schedule inspections.
• Edit a wide variety of correspondence, reports and other District documents
• Create templates and forms, and perform data entry using word processing, spreadsheets, and database tools.
• Print, copy collate documents; open, sort and distribute mail and other deliveries.
• Organize and maintain accurate electronic filing systems using Laserfiche Records Management Software.
• Research and assemble information, verify that information or data is complete, accurate, and consistent; assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
• Assist the finance department performing routine functions and research projects as assigned.
• Support the engineering department and operations department with routine projects and administrative tasks as needed.
• Support department supervisors/managers with research and projects as needed.

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate! 
 

The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager II in the Engineering Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, 3-year limited term confidential positions.

These are Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Positions. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the Air District’s ongoing general fund budget.  LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. 

For current permanent represented employees, these LTCE positions offer a unique chance to step into high-impact roles, gain supervisory or program-management experience, and help advance essential agency priorities.   Return rights are governed by the 2026 Administrative Code and/or MOU.

About the Position

The Engineering Division evaluates permit applications and permit renewals for equipment and operations that emit air pollutants in the Air District’s jurisdiction. The division is responsible for other programs related to facilities with air quality permits, including - but not limited to - the emissions inventory and air toxics programs. The division provides technical support to other agency programs and assists businesses, trade associations, agencies, environmental groups, and community members with issues related to permitting and compliance.

The Manager II for the Engineering Division performs complex and highly specialized air quality engineering work such as, but not limited to:

• Providing project leadership
• Evaluating program effectiveness
• Processing permit applications for both new source review (NSR) and Title V for complex facilities
• Analyzing air emissions inventory data
• Development of new regulations or amendments of existing regulations
• Strategic planning of division programs

There are two vacancies at the Manager II level.

1. Manager of the Permitting Backlog Team:  The incumbent will hire and lead a team with a Supervising Air Quality Engineer, up to four Air Quality Engineers, and retired annuitants to evaluate and complete permit applications.

2. Engineering Program Manager (EPM):  The incumbent works directly with internal Air District Staff, applicants, and regulated facilities to ensure complete application submittals and streamlined review processes to achieve timely and defensible permit decisions.  The EPM effectively communicates Air District rule interpretations, compliance requirements, and scientific and technical analyses to regulated facilities, applicants, and interested public in ways that improve decision making transparency and timeliness.  For applications involving novel technologies, the EPM provides additional analyses and gathers information to support development of emission factors, consulting with internal air District staff, the California Air Resources Board, other local air districts, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as needed.  The EPM provides recommendations on strategic policy development related to complex permits and facilities to Engineering Division teams and Air District leadership. 

Minimum Qualifications

The items listed below are the minimum requirements for this classification.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related field and five years of professional level work experience of which at least two years at a supervisory level. Some positions may require specialized training, education, and experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
 

Desired Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, chemical, mechanical or petroleum engineering or a closely related field and four years of air quality environmental engineering experience of which at least two years at a lead level managing projects.