Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position reports directly to a Supervising Bridge Engineer in Division of Engineering Services (DES) / Structure Construction (SC). The incumbent is responsible for and manages a staff of engineering employees on multiple structure projects while managing field staff on smaller structure projects. This position is located in Colton.

For journeyman level, possession and maintenance of a valid professional engineer's license in the State of California is also required .

PARF# 59-26-0132 / JC-514347

Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.

For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation.  For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: .

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil)exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.  To apply for the exam, please click  here and search by typing in the classification title.

T he Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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Working Conditions

Position is located at 850 S. Via Lata Suite #100A Colton, CA 92324 in San Bernardino county 

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

SOQ must be typed and no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, using 12-point Aptos font. Applicants must include the SOQ questions in their submitted response and provide detailed answers to each question. Each response must clearly incorporate the question and describe the applicant’s relevant experience, accomplishments, and qualifications related to the position.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Important Application Instructions:

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be  excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.  The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position.  Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  1. Describe how your qualifications and experience make you a strong candidate for this position. Include the number of years you have served as a Structures Representative and identify significant projects you have worked on, including the project cost and delivery method. Provide examples from your experience that demonstrate your ability to successfully perform the key duties outlined in the duty statement.

  2. Demonstrate knowledge of supervisory and management skills and responsibilities (e.g., work balancing, developing budgets, employee safety, employee development, employee conduct and discipline).

  3. Describe your knowledge and experience of emergency response to a structure related incident.

  4. Demonstrate your ability to negotiate and communicate effectively, both orally and inwriting (e.g., writing technical reports, group presentations, and public forums).

  5. Describe your knowledge and experience in bridge construction methods and engineering, bridge rehabilitation and maintenance techniques, structural analysis, project development process, procedures, and philosophies.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time

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