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Salary :

$105,518.40 - $124,176.00 Annually Location :

Orange County Job Type:

Full-Time Regular Job Number:

1810GE-0825-080 (O) Department:

OC Public Works Opening Date:

08/06/2025 Closing Date:

8/21/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

CAREER DESCRIPTION CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE SALARY INFORMATION

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Information Civil Engineering Associate vacancies within OC Public Works. This recruitment may be used to fill similar and/or lower-level classifications within the occupational series throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY

Online applications will be accepted through

Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT) . Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. OC PUBLIC WORKS OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through efficient delivery and maintenance of public works infrastructure, planning, and development services. OC Public Works core values are integrity, accountability, service, and trust.

OC CONSTRUCTION OC Construction provides project management and construction management services for projects on OC Public Works' Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Maintenance Improvement Program (MIP) as well as OC Parks and other County department projects. OC Construction focuses on horizontal projects such as roads, bridges, bikeways, and flood control channels.

OC INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS OC Infrastructure Programs provides engineering services for roadways in unincorporated areas and regional flood control programs throughout Orange County. This includes programming, design, legislation tracking, project management, traffic safety, and development coordination services.

For more information on OC Public Works click here. For more information on the County of Orange click here.

THE OPPORTUNITY OC Construction and OC Infrastructure Programs are seeking an experienced, non-registered civil engineering professional to perform a variety of field and office civil engineering work as a Civil Engineering Associate. Positions at this level are responsible for journey-level assignments and will perform independent engineering analysis and recommendations. Incumbents generally work under the project leadership of Civil Engineers and are assigned complex or specialized assignments.

The

OC Construction

Civil Engineering Associate position is responsible for managing 3 - 5 projects per year from the Department's 7-Year Capital Improvement Program valued at over $1B. This position participates in engineering studies, as well as reviewing, planning, designing, and/or managing capital improvement projects.

The primary job duties of the

OC Construction

Civil Engineering Associate include, but are not limited to, the following:

Develop and manage requests for proposals to procure design consultant services Review and evaluate plans and proposals from design consultants and negotiate contracts Manage the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for public works projects Develop and manage requests for qualifications, requests for proposals, and notice inviting bids to procure construction contractors Provide engineering oversight and field inspections during construction of public works projects. Ensure deliverables meet client's preference, Engineering Department's standards, regulatory compliance, and permitting requirements Coordinate and communicate effectively with management, Orange County elected officials and representatives, external agencies, and with the public as necessary Ability to adapt when emergency or short turnaround projects arise as needed The

OC Infrastructure Programs

Civil Engineering Associate position is dedicated to the review of encroachment permits for Road and Orange County Flood Control District (OCFCD) right of way. This position is also involved in processing 292 Flood Encroachment Permits.

The primary job duties of the

OC Infrastructure Programs

Civil Engineering Associate include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform County Property Permit (CPP) reviews relate to County roadways and Orange County Flood Control District (OCFCD) facilities for meeting County/OCFCD standards and requirements, ensuring the proposed designs would meet public safety and have no impact to private or public facilities Perform reviews for private developers and builders' project submittals in possible future County right-of-way including street improvements, grading plans, drainage plans with other County departments or divisions including Watersheds, Flood Programs, Design/Bridge, Traffic, Operations and Maintenance Perform review of engineering technical reports for verification of design parameters and integrity. Review cooperation agreements with for conformance with required engineering features Research County road and flood record drawings and right-of-way Ability to adapt when emergency or short turnaround projects arise as needed

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional Civil Engineering Associate positions related to other civil engineering disciplines.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree, or an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) designation; and one (1) year of professional work experience in the principles of Civil Engineering post college graduation or post receipt of an EIT certificate. A Master's degree can substitute for one year of practical experience. Recent experience with using computer modeling software for urban planning is highly desirable but not required.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledges and core competencies:

Technical Expertise and Knowledge

Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering Working knowledge of County of Orange regulations, standards, and details Preparing accurate engineering computations and performing moderate to complex mathematical calculations Computer literate with demonstrated knowledge of MS-Office applications and with other engineering software programs such as AES (Advanced Engineering Software) or WSPGW (Water Surface Pressure Gradient for Windows)

Problem Solving & Analytical Skills

Experienced in identifying problems, solving them, acting decisively, and showing good judgment Isolating causes from symptoms, and compiling information and alternatives to evaluate problems or issues Involving others as appropriate and gathering information from a variety of sources Finding a balance between studying the problem and solving it

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to clearly and concisely convey technical and/or complex information to a diverse workgroup Ability to draft and interpret technical reports and memos Demonstrate a high degree of motivation and willingness to learn Maintain a professional perspective and objective demeanor when varied situations occur Review and handle complex projects involving several functional groups Recognize and embrace the value of safety both in the field and in the office Coordinate and communicate effectively with management, Orange County elected officials and representatives, external agencies, and with the public as necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the complete classification description for Civil Engineering Associate, with examples of duties, physical and mental requirements, and environmental conditions.

NOTE:

Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS The position requires possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates meeting the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Structured Oral Interview | SOI

(Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Eligible List Once the assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email

is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Cherry Ward at (714) 667-9609 or EEO INFORMATION EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,

encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. 01

INSTRUCTIONS:

The information you provide on this questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your level of expertise during the recruitment process. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. If you do not have the experience in an area, please answer "N/A". Statements such as "see application" or "see resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a response. All employers, education, and/or training referenced on this questionnaire must be listed in your application.

Do you understand these instructions?

Yes 02

Do you possess a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher?

Yes No

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Please select the option that best describes your professional work experience in the principles of Civil Engineering post college graduation or post receipt of an EIT certificate, such as reviewing of engineering technical reports for verification of design parameters and integrity; and managing the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for public works projects. Note: The work experience section of your application should support your selection.

One (1) or more years of professional work experience in the principles of Civil Engineering, such as review and design More than six (6) months, but less than one (1) year of professional work experience in the principles of Civil Engineering, such as review and design Up to six (6) months of professional work experience in the principles of Civil Engineering, such as review and design No experience 04

In reference to question #3, please describe your professional experience related to civil engineering, such as reviewing of engineering technical reports for verification of design parameters and integrity, and managing the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for public works projects. In your response, please include:

Employer Length of employment Job duties and responsibilities If you do not have experience, please answer "N/A". Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be accepted in lieu of a response. 05

Please select the education you have completed. Select all that apply. A copy of your degree or unofficial transcript showing that a degree was conferred must be attached to your application. Please attach the required documents to avoid disqualification in the recruitment process.

**NOTE** Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited college Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited college None of the above 06

Do you possess a valid certificate as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) issued by the California state licensing board for professional engineers? If yes, a copy of your valid certificate must be attached to your application. *Please attach the required documents to avoid disqualification in the recruitment process.*

Yes, and I have attached a copy of my certificate No 07

Please select the job assignment(s) in which you have at least six (6) months of experience/education. Select all that apply. The disciplines you select must be supported by your application.

Buildings/Facilities Bridge Design CAD/Computer Software Capital Projects Construction Development Support Environmental Engineering Flood Control/Design Hydrology Hydraulic Engineering Design Landfills/Waste & Recycling Facilities Project Management Regulatory Permits Road Design Traffic Design/Engineering Urban Planning and Model Simulations Water Quality Engineering Engineering Surveying No experience

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For each discipline you selected in question #7, briefly describe your specific experience, education and/or training. In your response, please include:

Employer, education, and/or training Length of experience Job title and job duties, if applicable If you do not have experience, please answer "N/A". Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be accepted. Required Question