Civil Engineer I / GWP - Water Engineering

About the Role

OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This current recruitment is for Glendale Water & Power - Water Engineering Division. Candidates who are placed on this eligible list may be considered and utilized by other Divisions/Departments within the City.

Under general direction, these classifications perform difficult or complex professional engineering design work and supervise the work of a water service planning or design group of the Glendale Water & Power, Water Engineering Division.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following: Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Manages major projects 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 in water utility systems.

Reviews and supervises checking of plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with water service planning, capital improvement projects, and applications for building permits and excavation permits. Ensure conformance with GWP's current water standards and other matters governed by municipal ordinances.

Supervises and assists in checking plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with applications for private developments.

Confers with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the general public as to the requirements offset by GWP's standards and specifications.

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.

Requirements

• Two years professional engineering experience in Civil Engineering work, including one year in water engineering.
• Experience in public utilities is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Registration as a Civil Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists (previously known as the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors).
• Valid Class C California driver's license.

Skills & Abilities

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 engineers, consultants, contractors, 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 regulatory responsibilities.
• Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Read, write, communicate effectively and comprehend directions in English.