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Assistant Engineer

Assistant Engineer

City of South Gate, CASouth Gate, CA, United States
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Salary : $84,276.00 - $102,432.00 Annually

Location : South Gate, CA

Job Type : Full Time Classified

Job Number : 202500626

Department : Public Works

Division : Engineering

Opening Date : 07 / 08 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

About the Position

The City of South Gate is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Engineer to create an eligibility list. The eligibility list established may be used to fill upcoming vacancies within this classification up to one (1) year.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The deadline for the first review of applications is on Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

Under direction, performs entry level professional civil engineering office and field work in the development, construction and maintenance of the City's public works and traffic engineering work; performs related duties as required. Works under the direct supervision of higher level professional engineering staff.

The Assistant Engineer is the entry class in the professional level engineering series. Incumbents are distinguished from the Associate Engineer in that the Assistant does not supervise staff.

Examples of Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. The incumbent may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Designs and develops engineering public works plans, drawings and specifications, engineering calculations, cost estimates, contract provisions, legal descriptions, and maps, ensuring compliance with policies, local and state codes, ordinances and regulations.

Participates in project management as part of a team; performs general engineering review analysis of designs and checks calculations; checks applications and routine engineering plans submitted for permits; prepares and issues permits for public works improvements; conducts related research.

Performs field inspections and coordinates inspections with consultant staff on a wide variety of public works projects; prepares inspection reports.

Performs surveys of City property and public right-of-way for water, street, sewer and electrical projects.

Prepares correspondence and various written reports; maintains accurate and up-to-date project files.

Investigates public complaints and problems and takes appropriate action to resolve issues; provides technical assistance and information to the public in person, by computer and by telephone.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

Training and Experience

Any combination of education and / or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge and abilities would be any combination equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field and one (1) year of civil engineering experience. An Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience. Possession of or ability to obtain a California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of : civil engineering principles and practices; public works construction methods, design and materials; engineering specifications and public works construction standards; mathematical techniques used in engineering calculations; map reading and surveying techniques; Geographic Information System (GIS), AutoCAD and other computer software applications.

Ability to : read and interpret specifications and blueprints; prepare concise accurate reports; understand and interpret legal property descriptions, engineering maps and other records; interpret and follow City and departmental policies, rules and regulations; maintain accurate filing and indexing systems; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Other Important Information

California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System

An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of South Gate. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or / and hear; and may stand for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderately loud when outdoors. Incumbents are occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, traffic, dust, gas, fumes, and chemicals.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS :

Application Packets Must Include : A fully completed online employment application which :

  • Covers at least the past 10 years of employment history (or longer if you have other relevant experience).
  • Responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
  • Must be specific in describing your qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
  • Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any phase of the application or selection process must advise Human Resources and make such a request during the application process. Every effort will be made to provide a reasonable accommodation where requested.

Selection Process : All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.

  • Application Review : The first phase will be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidate's application. This phase is for qualifying purposes only. There is no weight assigned to this phase. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to the next phase.
  • Written Examination : If a written exam is given, a minimum of 70% must be obtained on the written exam in order to be eligible to continue to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of an oral appraisal interview.
  • Oral Appraisal Interview : A minimum of 70% must be obtained to pass the oral appraisal interview.
  • Employment Eligibility List : The Employment Eligibility List will be established after completion of the examination process. Current and future vacancies will be filled from this list. Lists typically last for 12 months, but may be extended or abolished in accordance with the City's Civil Service rules and regulations.

    • Pre-employment Process

  • The City supports a Drug-Free Workplace.
  • All potential employees are required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, fingerprinting, and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug / alcohol screening).
  • New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.

    • Hiring of Relatives : Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employee's parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.

    The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.

    The City of South Gate

    The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 79th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.

    Non-Sworn Employee Benefits

    Effective 07 / 01 / 2024 - 06 / 30 / 2025

    Approved 11 / 20 / 2024

    1. Medical Insurance

  • CalPERS Health Plans. City pays Kaiser HMO rates for all plans.

    • 2 . Dental Insurance

  • Principal Dental PPO and Liberty Dental Network HMO options. City pays HMO dental rates.

    • 3. Medical & Dental Opt Out

  • City contributes a percentage of premium on a bi-weekly basis towards City's deferred compensation plan.

    • 4. Superior Vision Insurance

  • City pays 100% of premium

    • 5. Life Insurance

  • 50,000 Life and AD&D

    • 6. Vacation Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)

  • 80 hours / year (1 to 4 yrs); 120 hours / year (5 to 9 yrs); 160 hours / year (10+ yrs).
  • Maximum accrual of 350 hours
  • Vacation Buyout up to 40 hours / yr by written request

    • 7. Sick Leave - (Pro-rated @ hire)

  • 120 hours / yr.
  • Sick Payout

    • If hired after 1 / 1 / 93, refer to MOU

  • If hired after 7 / 31 / 22, no sick leave payout.

    • 8. Personal Business

  • Up to 50 hours per calendar year, deducted from sick leave bank.

    • 9. Administrative Leave for Exempt Employees - Pro-rated @ hire

  • 60 hours / yr. - Exempt Employees Only
  • Maximum accrual of 100 hours.
  • Administrative Leave Buyout up to 40 hours / year by written request.

    • 10. Holidays

  • 130 hours / yr., includes days between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day

    • 11. Longevity Pay

  • 1.5% for 5th through 10th Yrs; 2.0% for 10th+ through 15th Yrs; 2.5% for 15th+ through 19th Yrs; 3.0% for 20th+ Yrs.

    • 12. Bilingual Pay for qualified employees in eligible positions

  • Employees in positions eligible for bilingual pay must pass an exam.
  • Verbal bilingual skills : $75 / month (MEA Employees) / $100 / month (PMMA Employees)
  • Verbal, reading and writing Skills : $100 / month (MEA Employees) / $125 / month (PMMA Employees)
  • Excellent verbal, reading, and writing skills with the ability to act as a Translator : $175 / month (MEA Employees) / $200 / month (PMMA Employees)

    • 13. Communication Allowance for eligible Exempt Employees

  • 100 / month for use of personal cellular phone for City business in lieu of City issued phone.

    • 14. Education Incentive Premium for PMMA Employees

  • If not required by job classification

    • 50 / month for BA / BS degree

  • 100 / month for post-graduate degree

    • 15. Equipment Mechanics Tool Allowance

  • 600 per fiscal year for Equipment Mechanics

    • 16. Deferred Compensation

  • Voluntary Enrollment - Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
  • Employer match of employee deferral up to $100 / month.

    • 17. Retirement CalPERS

  • Classic Members - 2.7% at age 55 (5 year vesting period)

    • Employee contributes 8.0% of Employee's Share of Normal Cost

  • PEPRA Members - 2.0% at age 62 (5 year vesting period)

    • 18. Retiree Medical Insurance

  • 300 / month stipend plus CalPERS fee, at retirement with 20 years of qualifying City service & continued CalPERS medical enrollment.

    • 19. Educational Reimbursement

  • 2,500 annual per individual. $3,000 for private university.

    • I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Examples of incomplete / inaccurate information leading to disqualification include, but are not limited to noting incorrect department, leaving dates of employment blank, not attaching requested copies of certificates, leaving duties blank or noting "See Resume," etc.

    Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field?

    If you selected "Yes" to Question #2, please list the school you attended and indicate the area of study. if you answered, "No" to Question #2, please indicate N / A.

    Do you currently possess a minimum of one (1) year of civil engineering experience?

    If you answered "Yes" to Question #4, please list your previous and current experience. Please include name of employer(s), position(s) held, duration of employment, and duties assigned. If you answered "No" to Question #4, please indicate N / A.

    Do you currently possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

    Do you currently possess a valid Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate? If so, please make sure to attach a copy of your certificate with your application. Failure to attach a copy may lead to disqualification from the position.

    Are you a CalPERS retired annuitant?

    Required Question

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