County of San Diego
Salary:
$136,177.60 Annually Location :
County of San Diego, CA Job Type:
Regular - Full time Job Number:
25363506T Department:
Public Works, Dept of, Road Division:
Roads Program-Rf Opening Date:
08/01/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Job Summary The County of San Diego Invites Your Interest in an Excellent Career Opportunity! CIVIL ENGINEER-TRAFFIC Interviews will be held on an ongoing weekly basis Reflecting our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, all candidates hired for this position will be eligible to receive an annual base salary of $136,177.60.
Future Salary Increases:
** June 2026 - 4.57% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment)
** June 2027 - 4.07% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment) The following additional pay incentives and premiums
are available: ** New Hire Lateral Incentive Pay
- Candidates
who have experience as a Civil Engineer in a public agency are eligible
for up to a maximum of $5,000
** 5%
En
gineer Premium (applied to time worked)
** $1,250 Recruitment Bonus
** Additional $1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation period
***This hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee's name on your job application in the space provided. *** The County of San Diego is currently accepting online job applications for Civil Engineer-Traffic. This is an excellent professional career opportunity to be part of a progressive, recognized, and award-winning public agency in beautiful San Diego. The County of San Diego is a dynamic and diverse organization committed to providing essential public services to its residents. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, we strive to create a safe and thriving environment for all who call San Diego County home. The County of San Diego has a commitment to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion, which supports our values of Integrity, Stewardship, and Commitment to excellence. Having an inclusive workforce means you can be comfortable as you work, secure in the knowledge that you have an employer who values you and values those things that make you, you!
The Civil Engineer Position: The purpose of this recruitment is to establish a six month eligible list to fill current and future vacancies in the County's (DPW), Traffic Engineering Section.
The Traffic Engineering Section strives to achieve and maintain a safe and efficient County Maintained Road system for motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and equestrians, serving the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. Our services include designing, installing, and maintaining critical infrastructure such as traffic signals, traffic signs, striping, and guard rail while addressing community concerns. We conduct detailed traffic studies and evaluations to determine appropriate safety measures and improvements, ensuring that roadways operate efficiently and safely for all road users in support of sustainability, growth, and quality of life throughout San Diego County. Additionally, we provide technical expertise for land development projects, maintain streetlight systems, and respond to traffic-related service requests from residents and elected officials.
A Civil Engineer in the Traffic Engineering Section of the County of San Diego is responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing traffic safety and mobility improvements throughout the County's unincorporated areas. Key duties include conducting comprehensive traffic studies and capacity analyses to evaluate intersection performance, roadway operations, and pedestrian/bicycle safety conditions. The position involves preparing engineering plans for traffic control devices including signals, signs, and striping, as well as responding to citizen requests and safety concerns by investigating traffic issues and recommending appropriate solutions. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with other County departments, utility companies, Caltrans and other local agencies, and maintaining accurate records and documentation while ensuring all work complies with applicable engineering standards, California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), and County policies. The position requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage and supervise subordinate staff, and the ability to communicate effectively with the public, elected officials, and interdisciplinary project teams. This position itself is a journey-level class in the Civil Engineer series with a career ladder that includes Assistant Engineer, Civil Engineer, and Senior Civil Engineer. The career ladder offers a great opportunity for professional growth and development within the series and the County of San Diego. Click the links for additional information about the position and the position.
Work Schedule: The current vacancies for Civil Engineer may be assigned to work a hybrid schedule. This schedule may consist of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the DPW office in Kearny Mesa, as well as in the field as needed. Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate for Civil Engineer will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
Demonstrate proven professional level experience as a civil engineer Demonstrate a high degree of motivation Demonstrate a strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally Maintain a professional perspective and objective demeanor when varied situations occur Review and handle complex projects involving several functional groups Communicate effectively in verbal and written form Good listener Learn and understand the perspectives of others, and embrace diversity and inclusiveness Demonstrate good interpersonal and teamwork skills, including building relationships and collaborating with others in order to keep projects moving in a positive direction If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego would be an ideal place for your talent and career growth. The County of San Diego has a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork. Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified applicants must possess registration by the State of California as a Professional Engineer. Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate as required by Order No. 2010-0014-DWQ within one year of appointment.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Evaluation:
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) monthemployment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provide is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable Accommodations
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator
Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
Strategic Plan The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary 01
Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough, complete, and truthful manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score.Please do NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not valid answers.If you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.Please review the minimum qualifications for this position before completing your application.Do you understand this information?
Yes No
02
Are you currently registered in the State of California as a Professional Engineer?
Yes No
03
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please check the box(es) pertaining to which License Type you possess with the State of California.If you answered "No" to the question above, please indicate "N/A".
Civil Engineer Structural Engineer Traffic Engineer Other Engineer License N/A
04
Please check the following disciplines and specialties below that accurately reflect your civil engineering work experience at the professional level.
Autocad drafting Building Construction Inspection Construction Contract Administration Flood Control General Contracting Highway Design Land Development Pavement Management Project Management Review or Plan Check of Engineering Plans, Calculations, and Reports Structural Traffic Engineering Water, Wastewater, Wet Utility None of the above
05
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #4, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
Yes No N/A
06
Please check the box or boxes below that accurately reflect your professional level civil engineering work experience.
Building Plans Construction Inspections Drainage Studies Grading Plans Improvement Plans Project Conditions Stormwater Management Plans/Hydromodification Studies Traffic Studies None of the above
07
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #6, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
Yes No N/A
08
Do you have experience supervising or leading staff on an engineering project?
Yes No
09
If you checked Yes in Question #8, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?
Yes No N/A
10
Do you have work experience directly interacting with representatives of regulatory agencies/commissions or decision-making bodies to obtain approvals on projects or to submit reports?
Yes No
11
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #10, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."
Yes No N/A
12
Were you referred by a County employee to apply for this position? Note: effective September 9, 2022, County employees are eligible to earn cash awards for any candidates they refer to hard to recruit positions that are then hired.
Yes No
13
If you responded "Yes" to the above question, in the space provided please list the name of the County employee that referred you. 14
Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
Direct Mail Flyer San Diego County website Governmentjobs.com Veteran Outreach / FFSC Mana de San Diego Family, Neighbors, Friends County Employee Resources Group College/University Career Site County Social Media LinkedIn Indeed Voice and Viewpoint Other Job Fair/Career Event
Required Question
$136,177.60 Annually Location :
County of San Diego, CA Job Type:
Regular - Full time Job Number:
25363506T Department:
Public Works, Dept of, Road Division:
Roads Program-Rf Opening Date:
08/01/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Job Summary The County of San Diego Invites Your Interest in an Excellent Career Opportunity! CIVIL ENGINEER-TRAFFIC Interviews will be held on an ongoing weekly basis Reflecting our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, all candidates hired for this position will be eligible to receive an annual base salary of $136,177.60.
Future Salary Increases:
** June 2026 - 4.57% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment)
** June 2027 - 4.07% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.07% Market Adjustment) The following additional pay incentives and premiums
are available: ** New Hire Lateral Incentive Pay
- Candidates
who have experience as a Civil Engineer in a public agency are eligible
for up to a maximum of $5,000
** 5%
En
gineer Premium (applied to time worked)
** $1,250 Recruitment Bonus
** Additional $1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation period
***This hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee's name on your job application in the space provided. *** The County of San Diego is currently accepting online job applications for Civil Engineer-Traffic. This is an excellent professional career opportunity to be part of a progressive, recognized, and award-winning public agency in beautiful San Diego. The County of San Diego is a dynamic and diverse organization committed to providing essential public services to its residents. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, we strive to create a safe and thriving environment for all who call San Diego County home. The County of San Diego has a commitment to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion, which supports our values of Integrity, Stewardship, and Commitment to excellence. Having an inclusive workforce means you can be comfortable as you work, secure in the knowledge that you have an employer who values you and values those things that make you, you!
The Civil Engineer Position: The purpose of this recruitment is to establish a six month eligible list to fill current and future vacancies in the County's (DPW), Traffic Engineering Section.
The Traffic Engineering Section strives to achieve and maintain a safe and efficient County Maintained Road system for motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and equestrians, serving the unincorporated areas of San Diego County. Our services include designing, installing, and maintaining critical infrastructure such as traffic signals, traffic signs, striping, and guard rail while addressing community concerns. We conduct detailed traffic studies and evaluations to determine appropriate safety measures and improvements, ensuring that roadways operate efficiently and safely for all road users in support of sustainability, growth, and quality of life throughout San Diego County. Additionally, we provide technical expertise for land development projects, maintain streetlight systems, and respond to traffic-related service requests from residents and elected officials.
A Civil Engineer in the Traffic Engineering Section of the County of San Diego is responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing traffic safety and mobility improvements throughout the County's unincorporated areas. Key duties include conducting comprehensive traffic studies and capacity analyses to evaluate intersection performance, roadway operations, and pedestrian/bicycle safety conditions. The position involves preparing engineering plans for traffic control devices including signals, signs, and striping, as well as responding to citizen requests and safety concerns by investigating traffic issues and recommending appropriate solutions. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with other County departments, utility companies, Caltrans and other local agencies, and maintaining accurate records and documentation while ensuring all work complies with applicable engineering standards, California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), and County policies. The position requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage and supervise subordinate staff, and the ability to communicate effectively with the public, elected officials, and interdisciplinary project teams. This position itself is a journey-level class in the Civil Engineer series with a career ladder that includes Assistant Engineer, Civil Engineer, and Senior Civil Engineer. The career ladder offers a great opportunity for professional growth and development within the series and the County of San Diego. Click the links for additional information about the position and the position.
Work Schedule: The current vacancies for Civil Engineer may be assigned to work a hybrid schedule. This schedule may consist of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the DPW office in Kearny Mesa, as well as in the field as needed. Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate for Civil Engineer will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
Demonstrate proven professional level experience as a civil engineer Demonstrate a high degree of motivation Demonstrate a strong willingness to continually learn and grow professionally Maintain a professional perspective and objective demeanor when varied situations occur Review and handle complex projects involving several functional groups Communicate effectively in verbal and written form Good listener Learn and understand the perspectives of others, and embrace diversity and inclusiveness Demonstrate good interpersonal and teamwork skills, including building relationships and collaborating with others in order to keep projects moving in a positive direction If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego would be an ideal place for your talent and career growth. The County of San Diego has a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork. Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified applicants must possess registration by the State of California as a Professional Engineer. Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate as required by Order No. 2010-0014-DWQ within one year of appointment.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Evaluation:
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) monthemployment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provide is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable Accommodations
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator
Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
Strategic Plan The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary 01
Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough, complete, and truthful manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score.Please do NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not valid answers.If you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.Please review the minimum qualifications for this position before completing your application.Do you understand this information?
Yes No
02
Are you currently registered in the State of California as a Professional Engineer?
Yes No
03
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please check the box(es) pertaining to which License Type you possess with the State of California.If you answered "No" to the question above, please indicate "N/A".
Civil Engineer Structural Engineer Traffic Engineer Other Engineer License N/A
04
Please check the following disciplines and specialties below that accurately reflect your civil engineering work experience at the professional level.
Autocad drafting Building Construction Inspection Construction Contract Administration Flood Control General Contracting Highway Design Land Development Pavement Management Project Management Review or Plan Check of Engineering Plans, Calculations, and Reports Structural Traffic Engineering Water, Wastewater, Wet Utility None of the above
05
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #4, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
Yes No N/A
06
Please check the box or boxes below that accurately reflect your professional level civil engineering work experience.
Building Plans Construction Inspections Drainage Studies Grading Plans Improvement Plans Project Conditions Stormwater Management Plans/Hydromodification Studies Traffic Studies None of the above
07
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #6, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
Yes No N/A
08
Do you have experience supervising or leading staff on an engineering project?
Yes No
09
If you checked Yes in Question #8, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?
Yes No N/A
10
Do you have work experience directly interacting with representatives of regulatory agencies/commissions or decision-making bodies to obtain approvals on projects or to submit reports?
Yes No
11
If you checked any of the experience boxes in Question #10, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."
Yes No N/A
12
Were you referred by a County employee to apply for this position? Note: effective September 9, 2022, County employees are eligible to earn cash awards for any candidates they refer to hard to recruit positions that are then hired.
Yes No
13
If you responded "Yes" to the above question, in the space provided please list the name of the County employee that referred you. 14
Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
Direct Mail Flyer San Diego County website Governmentjobs.com Veteran Outreach / FFSC Mana de San Diego Family, Neighbors, Friends County Employee Resources Group College/University Career Site County Social Media LinkedIn Indeed Voice and Viewpoint Other Job Fair/Career Event
Required Question