Job Description

CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

 
Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increase

 

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
The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy within OC Public Works. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will close on Thursday , July 18 at 11:59PM PST .

OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works provides regional services to unincorporated areas of Orange County, as well as to cities and internal County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich Orange County communities through sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works’ core values are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.

OC Public Works partners with a diverse array of local, state, and federal agencies; special districts and authorities; and the private development community including, construction, planning, and design firms to accomplish many of the County's infrastructure projects.

For additional information about OC Public Works, click  here

For additional information about the County of Orange, click  here .  

THE OPPORTUNITY

OC Public Works (OCPW) has an exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineering Associate to perform a variety of field and office civil engineering work. The Civil Engineering Associate is an experienced, non-registered professional civil engineering class. Positions at this level are responsible for journey-level assignments and will perform independent engineering analysis and recommendations. Positions at this level generally work under the project leadership of Civil Engineers and are assigned complex or specialized assignments.

The most immediate vacancy is within the Traffic Engineering team, which is a group of skilled engineers, engineers-in-training, and project managers. In this role, the main responsibilities of the Civil Engineering Associate include performing traffic investigation and engineering studies, as well as reviewing, planning, designing, and/or managing transportation engineering projects.

 
The primary job duties of the Civil Engineering Associate include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with traffic operations and transportation planning issues.
• Conduct traffic engineering investigations and engineering studies.
• Develop, review, and evaluate traffic safety programs, signing and striping plans, traffic control plans, and traffic signal designs.
• Review traffic impact analysis for various types of developments.
• Review, QA/QC, professional documents within professional expertise as needed to support client requirements.
• 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.

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

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess experience in the principles of Civil Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree. The ideal candidate will also possess knowledge of and/or have experience performing traffic engineering studies. Recent experience with using computer modeling software for urban planning is desirable but not required.

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

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering
• Working knowledge of County of Orange regulations, standards, and details
• Preparing accurate engineering computations, estimates and notes, and performing moderate to complex mathematical calculations
• Experience in field data collection such as speed surveys and traffic counts
• Reading and preparing basic signing and striping plans, signal plans, and traffic control plans
• Reading and preparing traffic study reports and transportation planning documents
• Reading and interpreting topographic maps and tract maps
• Strong experience with software programs such as GIS, AutoCAD, Trans CAD, VISSIM, and Synchro/Sim traffic
• Computer literate with demonstrated knowledge of MS-Office applications and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs 
• Ability to obtain FAA remote pilot certification to operate drone for field surveying (for some positions)

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
• Listening carefully and communicating concern through tone of voice and by taking action to solve problems in a timely manner

  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
• Team player who can maintain effective working relationships with fellow County employees, as well as consultants and contractors of the Department

LICENSE REQUIRED
Possession of a valid California Driver License Class C will be required by the date of  appointment .

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click on the following link to view the complete classification description and minimum qualification requirements for Civil Engineering Associate .

 
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.

 

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 Appraisal Panel | (Refer/Non-Refer):   Applications and supplemental responses will be scored by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Applicants are encouraged to submit a thorough application and fully respond to the supplemental questions.

Written Exam | Multiple-choice Test (Refer/Non-Refer): Applicant will be required to take a proctored or unproctored written exam. Only the most successful candidates will be moved on to the next assessment step.   

Structured Oral Interview | (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.

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

 
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. PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING COVID 19 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and laws, regulations, and policies regarding COVID-19 are subject to change. The County of Orange is required to comply with any State or County Public Health Orders which may apply as follows:

• Workers who provide services in certain Medical or High-Risk Settings, may be required to provide proof of full vaccination from COVID-19 or to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.
• Workers who provide services in certain Health Care Facilities or correctional facility or detention center where health care is provided, may be required to provide proof of vaccination. (Workers may be exempt from this requirement based on religious beliefs or a qualifying medical reason; however, if exempted worker will be required to mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.)

The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Order. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position.  

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.

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 .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 
Click here  for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

 
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Zachary Gutierrez at 714-667-1623 or Zachary.Gutierrez@ocpw.ocgov.com . 

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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