Civil Engineer II

Job Overview

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This mid-management position is responsible for oversight and supervision of significant engineering projects in the Public Works Department.

When assigned to the Design CIP Section:

• Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
• Manages a major project involving preparation and supervision of designs, specifications, plans, estimates and reports involved in the construction and operation of a wide variety of civil engineering work such as storm drains, sanitary sewers, streets and highways, structures, buildings or water utility systems.
• Reviews and supervises checking of plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with applications for building permits for new structures and alterations of structures for conformance with the building code, for structural safety, fire hazards, exits and other matters governed by municipal ordinances, and approves or disapproves applications for building permits.
• Supervises and assists in checking plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with applications for private development.
• Confers with architects, contractors, builders and general public as to the requirements and restrictions of the building code, and performs inspections to ensure compliance.
• Prepares project feasibility studies and work related technical research, reports and correspondence.
• Supervises employees of a lower classification in assigned engineering tasks. Assumes personal responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
• May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross‑training efforts.
• Experience and qualifications gained in this cross training may apply towards promotional opportunities and transfers.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

When assigned to the Land Development Section:

• Performs advanced plan review and approval for development and right‑of‑way improvements.
• Manages land development permitting and interdepartmental coordination.
• Supports general oversight of wastewater, sewer, stormwater, and landfill‑related engineering activities.
• Ensures compliance with engineering standards, municipal codes, and environmental regulations.
• Provides technical guidance during construction and resolves field issues.
• Prepares conditions of approval, technical reports, and professional correspondence.
• Engages with developers, contractors, consultants, and the public on project requirements.
• Leads, trains, and mentors junior staff and supports team workload management.
• Assists in updating engineering standards, workflows, and long‑range infrastructure planning documents.

Four years professional engineering experience in Civil Engineering work, including two years in CIP Design and/or Land Development.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Valid Class C California driver's license. Registration as a Civil Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Knowledge of: Civil Engineering.

Skill in: Making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.

Ability to:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.
• Analyze information.
• Develop necessary skills from on‑the‑job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
• Effectively interact with, negotiate with and educate architects, contractors, buildings and the general public.
• Enforce City code requirements while not arousing undue hostility.
• Establish smooth working relationships, resolve interpersonal conflicts and foster a teamwork environment.
• Lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees.
• Maintain a strong customer service orientation in concert with…